Friday Ravens links: Marlon Brown has chance for red zone plays, Jimmy Smith had Lisfranc surgery

Ravens' task is to slow the Saints offense down like the Bengals did

The Baltimore Sun's Aaron Wilson writes that the Ravens will travel to New Orleans with hopes of slowing down and disrupting the Saints' offense, similarly to how the Bengals did a week ago.

Marlon Brown has a chance to make some red zone plays

The Baltimore Sun's Jon Meoli writes that there's an opportunity for Brown to become a factor in the red zone this week against the Saints.

Three keys to a Ravens postseason berth

Purple Reign Show's Nick Meriweather writes about three keys the Ravens will need to adhere if they are to reach the postseason.

Jimmy Smith had Lisfranc surgery to his foot

ESPN.com's Jamison Hensley writes that cornerback Jimmy Smith had Lisfranc surgery to his foot and will be recovering for the next six months.

Ravens will have hands full trying to sack Drew Brees

CSNBaltimore.com's Clifton Brown writes that the sacking Drew Brees will be a tough task this week when the Ravens take on the Saints.

Drew Brees has never beaten the Ravens

BaltimoreRavens.com's Ryan Mink points out that New Orleans' quarterback has never defeated the Ravens during his career.